AXYS® Chassis: The AXYS chassis for the 144 platform is light and strong, offering rider balanced characteristics critical for the 50/50 rider. The rider is moved into a balanced position on the sled so it rides flat through the corners. When the trail gets rough or the rider jumps off into the powder, rider balance enables the rider to move back and make the front end light to climb up on top of the snow or the moguls.

IGX 144 Rear Suspension: A core element to the AXYS 144 platform is the IGX 144 uncoupled rear suspension, which offers the ultimate blend of durability and strength. The IGX 144 rear suspension provides RMK-inspired off-trail agility and balance with a drastically improved on-trail ride. Pitch is controlled through geometry in this rear suspension. And with 43% more front torque arm travel, this sled features reduced bottoming and less drag off-trail. An optimized, lighter, reinforced tipped rail beam design gives the sled a nimble feel.

Lightweight: The Switchback ASSAULT on the AXYS 144 platform is the industry-leading lightweight 50/50 crossover snowmobile. It allows you to get up on top of deep snow faster and offers quick acceleration.

AXYS® Performance Seat: The AXYS Performance seat utilizes a high-performance seat foam, and the seat design is narrower in front to provide greater maneuverability. The seat is lighter without compromising comfort; Improved ergonomics and stability; Seat top features a gripper material that helps keep the rider in place

Interactive Digital Display: Exclusively from Polaris - the most advanced instrumentation in snowmobiling. This 4.3" high resolution, full color, LCD digital display provides a rider with information including: Sled performance: Speedometer, tachometer, dual tripmeters, average speed, max speed, engine/trip hours & odometer Sled operating conditions: Coolant temperature, diagnostics & maintenance warnings; Riding conditions: Air temperature, time of day in 12 or 24-hour clock format; Bluetooth™ functionality: Enables the gauge to communicate with the rider's cell phone and provide notification of incoming calls or texts. Displays phone battery & signal strength; GPS/Mapping Capability: A compass is standard, & full-featured GPS can be installed to provide directions & information about services such as fuel, restaurants, lodging & Polaris dealerships. Customize the GPS to operate with North Up or Course Up navigation depending on your preference; Ride Planning Feature enables you to plan a ride using Ride Command, save it as a GPX file, and transfer it to the display through the USB interface

Left-Hand Controls: The left-hand controls feature improved ergonomics, updated styling, and enhanced hand and thumb warmer control. The controls are easy to operate with gloves on, and have an improved tactile feel.

LED Lights: All models built on the AXYS® platform feature standard LED headlights. LED headlights deliver the industry's best lighting: Nearly 1 lb. lighter and high beams are 80% brighter than incandescent lighting; Color temperature or output of the lights (the “whiteness" of light, reported in Kelvin) is 5000K, closely matching daylight; LED headlights last the entire lifetime of the sled. A major durability enhancement over traditional incandescent headlights which experience filament burn out; For constant visibility and enhanced safety, the low beams remain on at all times. Even when the high beam is activated, there is never a period of no light.

Wind Protection: The hood and windshield designs produce significantly enhanced wind protection for a rider, and the foil on the side panels further enhances protection.

Integrated Storage: Provides 1024 cubic inches of secure storage space; Weather-tight design seals out snow; Storage can be accessed through zippered and velcro enclosure that is covered by additional material and buckle down straps; Bag is attached and located underneath the seat and tank and atop the tunnel; Combination of semi-rigid, compression-molded materials and polyester

Premium Fit & Finish: Interfacing surfaces between body panels and components are shorter for minimized gaps Interfaces are strategically located in recessed areas; Styling of storage elements results in clean, integrated lines; Components are engineered for functionality and styled for the best styling

Walker Evans Needle Shocks: Premium shocks with compression adjusters and remote reservoirs offer the best in tunability and fade-proof performance. Unique needle design uses hydraulic force at the end of the stroke to eliminate harsh bottoming.

Track Options: Various track options are available for the Switchback® Assault® that let a rider customize the sled to suit their personal riding style. Track options include: Cobra 1.35" track for superior traction and control on soft, loose and unpacked snow; Cobra 1.6" track for smooth performance on groomed trails and excellent performance on soft, loose snow of ungroomed trails; and 2.0 Series 4 track is the standard in 2" deep snow tracks for 50/50 riders.

ProTaper Handlebars: New ProTaper Handlebars are aluminum and feature a flat design with integrated mountain hooks for ease in deep snow riding and aggressive cornering

PRO-STEER Skis: The PRO-STEER ski features a reshaped keel and shortened skag for reduced steering effort. Redesigned ribs atop the ski increase torsional stiffness for more precise steering, and bosses added atop the ribs provide traction to prevent slipping when a rider steps on the ski in deep snow.

Engine & Drivetrain

Disc Brake Type: AXYS™ Radial

Drive System Type: Chaincase

Drive/Driven Clutch: P-85 / TEAM® LWT

Exhaust: Single, 3 Stage VES w/ Smart Actuator

Fuel System: Cleanfire® Injection

Ignition: Clean-Fire 3D

Engine Type/Cooling: Liquid Cooled

Cylinders-Displacement (cc): 2 - 795

Bore x Stroke (mm): 85 x 70

Suspension

Front Shocks: Walker Evans® Comp. Adj. Piggyback Needle

Front Suspension: AXYS® Front Suspension

Front Track Shock: Walker Evans® Comp. Adj. Piggyback

Front Travel (in./cm.): 9.5 / 24.1

Rear Suspension: IGX 144

Rear Track Shock: Walker Evans® Comp. Adj. Piggyback

Rear Travel (in./cm.): 16 / 40.6

Ski Type: PRO-STEER

Track Width/Length/Height (in.): SnowCheck Select Option

Dimensions

Fuel Capacity (Litres): 12 / 45.4

Overall Height (in./mm.): 54.5 / 138.4

Overall Width (in./mm.): 47 / 119.4

Person Capacity: 1

Ski Center Distance (in./cm.): 42.5 / 108

Estimated Dry Weight (pounds/kg): 456 / 207

Overall Length (in./mm.): 125 / 317.5

Features

12v Outlet: Accessory

Color / Graphics: SnowCheck Select Option

Fuel Gauge: Electronic

Electric Start: SnowCheck Select Option

Hand & Thumb Warmers: Standard Adjustable

Heated Passenger Grips: Accessory

Mirrors: Accessory

Passenger Seat: Accessory

Rear Rack/Tow Hitch: Accessory

Reverse: PERC®

Seat Type: AXYS™ Performance

Security System: Option / Accessory

Speedometer: SnowCheck Select Option

Storage System: Standard

Tachometer: SnowCheck Select Option

Windshield: SnowCheck Select Option

Temp/Low Oil Light: SnowCheck Select Option

Handlebar Type: Aluminum ProTaper®

Riser Type: 3.5" (89mm) Fixed

Warranty

Standard Warranty: 12 Months

Extended Warranty: Up to 60 months in total coverage

NOTES:

Professional rider on a closed course. Polaris recommends that all snowmobile riders take a training course. Do not attempt maneuvers beyond your capability. Always wear a helmet and other safety apparel. Never drink and ride.
Customize your sled during SnowCheck 2019, March 6-April 17, 2018. Color customized sleds will be available in season but availability will vary by dealership.

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